3518 W Hirsch St.

Nature lover's dream! This lovely unique worker's cottage is surrounded by greenery on a very quiet tree-lined street in Humboldt Park, has the feel of a country cottage in the city. The spacious 5 bedroom, 2 bath brick home has the perfect combination of vintage and modern details. A foyer welcomes you into a large living room with sunny bay windows, vintage gas fireplace, exposed brick, and gorgeous original old-growth "heart pine" flooring. Living room opens to a spacious dining room with built-in shelving made from locally sourced reclaimed wood. There are three good-sized bedrooms on the main level, as well as a renovated full bath. Kitchen features solid cherry butcher-block counters, a deep farmhouse sink, vintage cast-iron gas range, newer stainless steel fridge and high-end dishwasher, a deep walk-in pantry, and unique cedar plank ceiling. Off the kitchen is a large sunny transitional space that leads both to the back porch and a stylish and wide custom staircase. Second level features a sunny playroom, and an additional family room with laundry, and two large and sunny bedrooms. A clever pocket door gives you the option of including the massive 200 sq ft natural marble bathroom/dressing area as part of a large bedroom suite or the upstairs living space, or both for a more open flow. The sunny primary bedroom opens up to a large private balcony overlooking a gorgeous canopy of foliage in the front yard. Mature trees provide shade, privacy, and beauty. Enjoy tulips, irises, lilies, elderflower, lilac, forget-me-nots, blueberries, strawberries, and flowering cherry all from the front porch. Backyard is perfect for entertaining, featuring a covered porch, an additional flower/veggie garden, a charming and private patio under a very beautiful and productive pear tree (pears included!). Single car garage built in 2020 has a side party door for an open-air feel. Full-length sliding gate makes parking an additional vehicle possible. The large basement has good height and provides storage space and workshop areas along with an additional washer and dryer set. Home has zoned air and heating, with radiator heat on the main level, along with SpacePak high-velocity air conditioning in the floor. Upstairs has gas forced air with AC as well. Both are controlled with included smart thermostats. Recent updates include a new tear-off roof and siding (2017), blown-in attic insulation (2015), and a sliding wrought iron gate opening to the alley (2020). Three blocks to beautiful Humboldt Park, four blocks to the 606 trail, and easy access to Logan Square and Wicker Park shopping and entertainment. This home is truly one of a kind; see it before it's gone.